Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 30 | 16 | 25 | 96 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 26 | 28 | 28 | 30 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves outlasted the Lakers 112-96. Every possession went the Timberwolves way. Timberwolves' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Timberwolves' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.